The Casual Polo Gets A Retro Refresh

The polo shirt has long been a classic cornerstone of casual wardrobes, and recently designers have looked to the past for inspiration in finding new ways to update this old school staple.

From 70s rockers and 50s prepsters to retro tennis stars, these updated polos have a vintage sensibility with refreshing new style.

Comfy Knit Meets Casual Tee

The casual polos of now have been freed from their classic-conservative history, bringing us sharp and sporty tops with interesting details. Think retro color blocking, cut-outs and crazy patterns mixed with the softness of your best sweater. The knit polo is a seasonless shirt that can seamlessly go from work to weekend and beyond. Pair it with a mini skirt, cropped trousers or skinny jeans and crisp white kicks for an easy take on the tennis trend. Men can wear this as a warm-weather replacement for a shirt and tie, instantly giving suits added edge and depth.

The Power of The Banlon

With a polo, it’s always tricky when deciding whether to tuck it in or let it hang loose. Thankfully, the polos of today are taking tips from the 60s and balancing things out with a bottom band called a Banlon. This synthetic blended band provides a fitted hem which solves that annoying issue of tucking or untucking. Women can go ultra feminine with a cropped polo and high-waisted shorts while men can wear one to work with a pair of suit pants and oxfords.

It Wears Many Hats

The best part about the casual polo lies in its versatility. Feeling sporty? Style a cotton pique version with your favorite track pants and sandals or white khakis and sneakers. Feeling preppy? Choose one in a primary hue and pair it with wayfarers, penny loafers and classic chinos.

Isn’t it about time you toss out that notion of the tennis shirt or frat-boy staple and embrace what the new polos truly are: Simple shirts with vintage style.

Travel back in time and refresh your wardrobe with a casual retro polo shirt.

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